Adjunct Faculty, Data Analytics and Visualization

Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore, United States of America
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
$ 92K

Job location

Baltimore, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel
Adobe Illustrator
Data analysis
Data Visualization
R
Python
Tableau
Virtual Office
Data Analytics

Job description

  • Develop and maintain an engaging asynchronous online learning environment via Canvas.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with Program leadership and faculty.
  • Hold virtual office hours for the duration of the class.
  • Provide core instruction to satisfy primary learning objectives of the course.
  • Provide timely feedback on and assessment of student work.
  • Work directly with the curriculum team to establish program and course learning objectives, standardize rubrics and syllabi, and assist in structuring course materials on Canvas., * Prepare asynchronous lesson plans for the duration of the course. This may include sourcing supplementary materials from diverse sources, ensuring course materials are relevant, up-to-date, and in alignment with program learning objectives.
  • Design and deliver engaging asynchronous learning materials, including video lectures, interactive exercises, and discussion forums.
  • Maintain consistent communication with students:
  • Holding at least one hour of regular virtual office hours every week.
  • Replying to any student communication within 24 hours.
  • Evaluate and provide feedback on student work. This includes providing timely written and/or audio/video feedback via Canvas and keeping a current gradebook.
  • Maintain the Canvas course throughout the term. This includes updating the syllabus, setting assignments with due dates, and providing slide decks and other materials to students in modules.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Data Analysis and Visualization subject matter.
  • Courses in this degree include:
  • Foundations of Data Analytics and Visualization Literacy
  • Statistics and Analysis I
  • Statistics and Analysis II
  • Visual Storytelling I
  • Visual Storytelling II
  • Design Lab: The Industry Challenge
  • Capstone I & II, * Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.
  • Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment.

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Requirements

  • Applicants should have experience and expertise in at least one of the above areas of knowledge.
  • Applicants should be comfortable with using technology in an online learning environment, including Canvas and video conferencing platforms.
  • Applicants should be able to demonstrate pedagogical knowledge of their subject area, with an emphasis on asynchronous instruction.
  • Proficiency in data analytics and visualization programs such as R, Tableau, Excel, Python, Adobe Illustrator, and others as necessary., * Bachelor's degree in a related field plus proven/relevant professional experience, * Masters degree in a related field plus proven/relevant experience
  • Experience teaching in an online or asynchronous format.
  • Expert knowledge of data visualization tools such as R, Tableau, Python, D3

Conditions of Employment:

  • Satisfactory background check

Benefits & conditions

  • $4,515.00 - $7,656.00 (commensurate with experience )

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